WANA (Oct 21) – Mohammad Reza Aref, Iran’s First Vice President, referring to recent actions by certain European countries, said that these governments have made a major and illegal mistake in what is known as the “snapback mechanism” — a move that has no legal basis and “will have consequences they will face in the future.”

 

He stressed that Iran has no concerns about the possible implementation of this mechanism, as the country continues its path toward development and economic independence by relying on young scientists, the expansion of knowledge-based companies, and scientific progress. According to Aref, the results of a knowledge-based economy — long emphasized in national documents — are now visible in the daily lives of the people.

 

Aref also referred to the recent conflict in the region, describing it as a “manifestation of the clash of will, knowledge, and faith,” and said that Western powers have entered this war through Israel. He emphasized that Iranian youth have stood firm against foreign pressures and offers, dedicating their expertise to the service of their country.

 

These remarks align with the Iranian government’s consistent stance on the illegitimacy of sanction mechanisms and its strategic reliance on domestic capabilities — a message that appears to be directed as much toward Europe and the United States as toward the domestic audience.

Diplomacy Against the Snapback Mechanism . JCPOA

Diplomacy Against the Snapback Mechanism . JCPOA